Side air bag weld studs may separate/fmvss 214
Defect Summary
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain 2016 malibu vehicles manufactured february 16, 2016, to march 5, 2016. the two weld studs that mount the front and rear side impact air bags may fracture and separate from the air bag during deployment. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 214, "side impact protection."
Safety Consequence
Fractured weld studs may allow the side air bag to move out of position during deployment, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side air bag modules, free of charge. the recall began on april 14, 2016. owners may contact chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. gm's number for this recall is 31820.
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FAQ: Recall 16V151000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V151000?
NHTSA recall 16V151000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on March 11, 2016. It addresses: Side air bag weld studs may separate/fmvss 214. The recall affects approximately 3,137 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V151000 or the manufacturer campaign number 31820. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.